Persuasive Speech Toolkit: Whole Class Teaching Slides and Activities

Description

• How to Write Persuasive Speeches Teaching Slides: Clearly designed slides that walk students through the essential elements of a persuasive speech, from topic selection to structure and key language features.
  • Follows the ‘I Do, We Do, You Do’ Gradual Release of Responsibility model

• Persuasive Speech Planning Guide (Graphic Organiser) – Two Options Included: Flexible graphic organisers that help students brainstorm, organise, and outline their speech content.
• Persuasive Speech Checklist: A practical checklist for students to ensure they’ve covered all necessary components of their speech before presentation.
• Self-Assessment Activities: Engaging activities that encourage students to critically evaluate their progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Teacher Assessment Rubric: A clear and comprehensive rubric for educators to efficiently evaluate student speeches.
• Speech Presentation Poster and Slideshow: A visually appealing poster and slideshow, summarising key tips for effective speech delivery.
• Persuasive Speech Prompts: A diverse range of thought-provoking prompts to inspire students and help them choose relevant and engaging topics.
• Great Speech Example Video Links: Curated links to excellent informative speeches, providing students with real-world examples and inspiration.

• Boosts Student Confidence: Provides a clear framework, reducing anxiety and empowering students to approach public speaking with greater assurance.
• Develops Critical Thinking Skills: Encourages students to research, organise, and synthesise information effectively.
• Enhances Communication Skills: Improves students’ ability to articulate ideas clearly, concisely, and engagingly.
• Saves Teacher Preparation Time: Offers ready-to-use materials, streamlining lesson planning and instruction.
• Supports Differentiated Instruction: The kit caters to diverse student needs with various tools like two planning guide options and self-assessment activities.
• Provides Comprehensive Assessment Tools: Includes both self-assessment and a teacher rubric, making evaluation straightforward and consistent.

• plan and organise the content and structure a talk so that the audience can make connections between points
• plan and adapt the content of a presentation for a specific audience and setting
• give supporting evidence (e.g., citing a text, a previous example, or a historic event)

• anticipate and plan for audience needs and expectations, leading to more tailored and effective communication
• use direct quotes or citations to support an argument or view

• use specific structural devices to shape extended presentations (e.g., debates, speeches, monologues, and podcasts)
• provide examples that the audience can relate to
• know that figurative language is a key feature of oral language in their own and others’ cultures
• know that an audience will better understand their points if they use a clear, confident tone, moderate volume, and a steady pace
• vary pace to keep the audience engaged
• identify how body-language techniques (including gesture and facial expressions) support meaning during oral presentations

• use specific structural devices to shape extended presentations (e.g., debates, speeches, monologues, and podcasts)
• provide examples and analogies that are relevant to the audience’s experiences and interests
• employ figurative language that is traditionally used orally in their own and others’ cultures
• use a moderate volume to ensure clarity without overpowering others
• adapt their tone for their audience and purpose
• vary volume to emphasise key points
• identify how body-language techniques (including gesture and facial expressions) support meaning during oral presentations